Events

EventsThe Surry County Historical Society hosts several programs each year on a variety of topics of interest to local history enthusiasts. This page will be updated as program information becomes available.

Programs

Please check this page and follow us on Facebook for information about upcoming programs.

2017 Program Schedule

• Native Americans of the Yadkin Valley
  July 13, 2017 6:30 PM
  Edwards-Franklin House
  4132 Haystack Road, Mount Airy  
  Admission Free—Everyone Welcome
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• Open House Dates

         The Edwards-Franklin house will be open the following dates for the public to            tour. A docent will be on-site from 1-5 pm.

                                                June 10, 11
                                                July 8, 9
                                                August 12, 13
                                                September 9, 10
                                                October 14, 15

  
Yearly Events

• Regional History Week  
  The Surry County Historical Society is proud to participate, along with other organizations, in a week of educational experiences for school groups that bring to life activities and traditions of  bygone times.
  
  
• Sonker Festival  October 7, 2017  
  The Sonker Festival is held each year on the first Saturday of October at the Edwards Franklin House from 1 - 5 PM - rain (not hurricanes) or shine. It features the deep-dish pies, known as sonker, displays of local crafts and historical collections as well as  traditional music performed by musicians from the area. The festival is held at the Edwards Franklin House.
  
  Music this year will be performed by D&D and Company. Oldtime and Bluegrass music. Everyone is invited to bring instruments and join in.
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• Annual Meeting - November 16